david in sweden Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 ....after all the threads claiming that Katarina Liebherr " isn't football ".... (lets hop over the gender question).....and then appointed herself Chairman /Owner, she does seem to be taking a very personal interest in what was for her (previously) ...very strange territory. TV cameras have picked her out in the stands watching several of Saints' recent games and she really does seem to be taking things seriously....even if a few of the results have been disappointing. Her recent appointment of Ralph Krueger, a masterful " encourager " and world class motivator, was her personal choice and it remains to be seen what other surprises she will spring on us soon.....? One thing seems fairly certain though.....it doesn't look as though she will sell-off the club in the near future, (as many of the " Jonah's " on here have been predicting), and seems to be honouring her late father's wishes and is showing increasing interest, at a time when it would surely have been much easier to sell-up and get out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
waggy Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 Possibly sharing some quality time with her son who is reportedly a Saints fan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fan The Flames Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 I never read more speculation in a opening post. All I know is she got wasted after the Sunderland game, I mean proper c#nted, that's got to be a good sign. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delmary Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 I never read more speculation in a opening post. All I know is she got wasted after the Sunderland game, I mean proper c#nted, that's got to be a good sign. Wish I had got wasted after watching that crap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SarniaSaint Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 ....after all the threads claiming that Katarina Liebherr " isn't football ".... (lets hop over the gender question).....and then appointed herself Chairman /Owner, she does seem to be taking a very personal interest in what was for her (previously) ...very strange territory. TV cameras have picked her out in the stands watching several of Saints' recent games and she really does seem to be taking things seriously....even if a few of the results have been disappointing. Her recent appointment of Ralph Krueger, a masterful " encourager " and world class motivator, was her personal choice and it remains to be seen what other surprises she will spring on us soon.....? One thing seems fairly certain though.....it doesn't look as though she will sell-off the club in the near future, (as many of the " Jonah's " on here have been predicting), and seems to be honouring her late father's wishes and is showing increasing interest, at a time when it would surely have been much easier to sell-up and get out. Need to be careful posting something positive David. The usual d*ckheads will be all over this like fly's around a piece of sh*t. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SW5 SAINT Posted 24 February, 2014 Share Posted 24 February, 2014 I heard a comment at the weekend made by the Port of Southampton Ambassador, that on the back of their raised profile through owning Southampton. The Liebherrs have made an additional £400m worth of business world wide, since the takeover. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 David just because she is showing some interest in us doesn't mean she isn't going to sell. If you were thinking of selling the family silver presumably you would give it a good polish beforehand? We will soon know when we see what funds are available in the summer or even before that if Pochettino walks at the season's end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascadia Saint Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 David just because she is showing some interest in us doesn't mean she isn't going to sell. If you were thinking of selling the family silver presumably you would give it a good polish beforehand? We will soon know when we see what funds are available in the summer or even before that if Pochettino walks at the season's end. If you were going to use the family silver, you may just polish it too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 If you were going to use the family silver, you may just polish it too. That's how I see it as well. I just wish she would leave her mobile phone in her pocket whilst watching the team play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Turkish Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 That's how I see it as well. I just wish she would leave her mobile phone in her pocket whilst watching the team play. Maybe she's texting MP to tell him what tactical changes to make? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Maybe she's texting MP to tell him what tactical changes to make? On cue, you didn't disappoint! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Cat Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Maybe she's texting MP to tell him what tactical changes to make? Or she has implemented more cost cutting and has taken personal responsibility for updating the Saints twitter feed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Glasgow_Saint Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 just wish she would leave her mobile phone in her pocket whilst watching the team play. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cascadia Saint Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 That's how I see it as well. I just wish she would leave her mobile phone in her pocket whilst watching the team play. She has to keep up the post count of her saintsweb forum secret alter-ego! We all know who she is... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 (edited) I heard a comment at the weekend made by the Port of Southampton Ambassador, that on the back of their raised profile through owning Southampton. The Liebherrs have made an additional £400m worth of business world wide, since the takeover. Which Liebherrs ? I hope she's taxing her uncles,aunts and cousins for some of that newly created moolah then. You'd think they could bung us a few million £ in shirt sponsorship in that case wouldn't you. One branch of the family buys the club another gets most of the profit..doesn't seem right really. Edited 25 February, 2014 by Window Cleaner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
holepuncture Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 I heard a comment at the weekend made by the Port of Southampton Ambassador, that on the back of their raised profile through owning Southampton. The Liebherrs have made an additional £400m worth of business world wide, since the takeover. PL club ownership certainly takes you onto the global stage (even if your firm was international in the first place). Completely different examples, but I had never heard of Tony Fernandes (and his extremely murky background), Vincent Tan or the chicken farmers Venkys prior to their PL ownership! If SFC is good value for the Liebherr brand, brilliant. If you were thinking of selling the family silver presumably you would give it a good polish beforehand? If you were going to use the family silver, you may just polish it too. FF in my opinion the game is now way beyond anything other than the style of ownership we have, and it will be a USA style sport with all the marketing sh*te to boot in the future. The other options for traditionalists is to look towards the skates for an alternative. For true fan owned and run, if thats what you want, Eastleigh will provide that, give them a five figure sum in sponsorship and you could probably ask for a directorship too?! KL going to WHU away was a great sign for me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simo Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 I think it'll be harder for her to sell us after hearing the fans sing her dads name at every match! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 I think it'll be harder for her to sell us after hearing the fans sing her dads name at every match! You think ?? Looked totally disinterested on Saturday, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trousers Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 David just because she is showing some interest in us doesn't mean she isn't going to sell. If you were thinking of selling the family silver presumably you would give it a good polish beforehand? We will soon know when we see what funds are available in the summer or even before that if Pochettino walks at the season's end. Auntie Ethel once got told off by an expert on the Antiques Roadshow for polishing her silverware because it can actually cause damage and buyers prefer to do their own cleaning and restoration. This post was brought to you by the Slightly Obscure Analogy Society. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottery st mary Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 You think ?? Looked totally disinterested on Saturday, Windows FFS:mcinnes: ITK on this ........Ms Liebherr was texting/email during West Ham game...... Re our summer ...free transfers..you spoke of on the other fred.... The poor girl can't win with you either way with you... Get on the bloooody bus:? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 d.... The poor girl can't win with you either way with you... You're right there Ottery, can't wait until she sells up and pushes off. I have no confidence in her whatsover. Far too opaque for a simple being like me, I like to know where things stand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottery st mary Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 You're right there Ottery, can't wait until she sells up and pushes off. I have no confidence in her whatsover. Far too opaque for a simple being like me, I like to know where things stand. I spoke to Pastor/110% the other day:rolleyes: He spoke with a Pompey/Glaswegian accent........or was that Sanchez:D I digress:p Anyway he stated you would hold the fort until his return Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 I spoke to Pastor/110% the other day:rolleyes: He spoke with a Pompey/Glaswegian accent........or was that Sanchez:D I digress:p Anyway he stated you would hold the fort until his return No idea what you're on about there really, I have no confidence in this owner to continue pushing the club upwards in the manner that I'd like, it's a personal thing, I've probably no base reason for it but the fact that the situation is so veiled peturbs me. I like Cortese's drive and ambition, the fact that his departure is surrounded in mystery fuelled by quarter truths and vague promises does not reassure me in any way. I've no time for Ice Hockey coaches cum personal motivators and obscure Austrian player's agents. If we seemed to be advancing on the CEO front I might be more optimistic but that seems to have been put into abeyance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ottery st mary Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 No idea what you're on about there really, I have no confidence in this owner to continue pushing the club upwards in the manner that I'd like, it's a personal thing, I've probably no base reason for it but the fact that the situation is so veiled peturbs me. I like Cortese's drive and ambition, the fact that his departure is surrounded in mystery fuelled by quarter truths and vague promises does not reassure me in any way. I've no time for Ice Hockey coaches cum personal motivators and obscure Austrian player's agents. If we seemed to be advancing on the CEO front I might be more optimistic but that seems to have been put into abeyance. I woz pulling your leg... Even you can have your opinion:rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlie Wayman Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 I never read more speculation in a opening post. All I know is she got wasted after the Sunderland game, I mean proper c#nted, that's got to be a good sign. You complain of speculative waffle and then make a comment that is not only ridiculously speculative but also personally libellous. Take care my friend of what you write, there are plenty of lawyers reading the internet these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saint_clark Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 You complain of speculative waffle and then make a comment that is not only ridiculously speculative but also personally libellous. Take care my friend of what you write, there are plenty of lawyers reading the internet these days. Saying someone got drunk isn't libellous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Saying someone got drunk isn't libellous. Oh yes it is, anything derogatory that you can say about a person or organisation that can't be proved to be correct and that might affect their standing in society or in the eyes of others is libellous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dellman Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Who needed a motivator when NC was here? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Who needed a motivator when NC was here? Perhaps this bloke costs less and isn't anywhere near as exigent on transfer fees. When we know what he's supposed to do we'll have a better idea, we can but wait. Perhaps KL wanted to shove him into our set-up all along, well since last summer and NC was having none of that so he got a Malky McKay choice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 25 February, 2014 Author Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Who needed a motivator when NC was here? .......Cortese was a visionary, but an impatient one who thought it was simpler to sack people who made mistakes..... instead of trying to motivate them to do better. (that's the key difference). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bearsy Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Oh yes it is, anything derogatory that you can say about a person or organisation that can't be proved to be correct and that might affect their standing in society or in the eyes of others is libellous. e.g. saying that JWP is full of himself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 25 February, 2014 Author Share Posted 25 February, 2014 Perhaps this bloke costs less and isn't anywhere near as exigent on transfer fees. When we know what he's supposed to do we'll have a better idea, we can but wait. Perhaps KL wanted to shove him into our set-up all along, well since last summer and NC was having none of that so he got a Malky McKay choice. presenting your employer with an ultimatum, and saying - or else ! ... isn't the same as " getting the sack" in my book. It's like bluffing in poker....and losing. I'm still not sure whether (he thought) he was the King ...or the Joker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Window Cleaner Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 presenting your employer with an ultimatum, and saying - or else ! ... isn't the same as " getting the sack" in my book. It's like bluffing in poker....and losing. I'm still not sure whether (he thought) he was the King ...or the Joker. You obviously didn't realise what a Malky McKay choice was then, was he not told to resign or be sacked by Tan? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
david in sweden Posted 25 February, 2014 Author Share Posted 25 February, 2014 You obviously didn't realise what a Malky McKay choice was then, was he not told to resign or be sacked by Tan? I knew that much, but handing in your resignation ......because you can't get your own way - isn't " getting the sack " - is it ?... It's petulance of the lowest order. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandwichsaint Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 PL club ownership certainly takes you onto the global stage (even if your firm was international in the first place). Completely different examples, but I had never heard of Tony Fernandes (and his extremely murky background), Vincent Tan or the chicken farmers Venkys prior to their PL ownership! If SFC is good value for the Liebherr brand, brilliant. FF in my opinion the game is now way beyond anything other than the style of ownership we have, and it will be a USA style sport with all the marketing sh*te to boot in the future. The other options for traditionalists is to look towards the skates for an alternative. For true fan owned and run, if thats what you want, Eastleigh will provide that, give them a five figure sum in sponsorship and you could probably ask for a directorship too?! KL going to WHU away was a great sign for me. Did she use somebody's numbers on here? Can't believe she had enough points herself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fitzhugh Fella Posted 25 February, 2014 Share Posted 25 February, 2014 PL club ownership certainly takes you onto the global stage (even if your firm was international in the first place). Completely different examples, but I had never heard of Tony Fernandes (and his extremely murky background), Vincent Tan or the chicken farmers Venkys prior to their PL ownership! If SFC is good value for the Liebherr brand, brilliant. FF in my opinion the game is now way beyond anything other than the style of ownership we have, and it will be a USA style sport with all the marketing sh*te to boot in the future. The other options for traditionalists is to look towards the skates for an alternative. For true fan owned and run, if thats what you want, Eastleigh will provide that, give them a five figure sum in sponsorship and you could probably ask for a directorship too?! KL going to WHU away was a great sign for me. Fair points and yes her being at the home of the Hammers is good news. I hope she liked the jellied eels etc. I think all of us would feel comfortable if she remained our owner and was prepared to maintain the financial commitment. Like I said MP's actions in the summer will be the first clue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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